1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 880 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Brooklands | 1977 Buick Regal | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Brooklands | Regal |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 4932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2750 mm |